With summer quickly winding down, the City of Atlantic City wants to remind the public there is still plenty to do in Atlantic City in August! Below are some of the events happening this month organized by various departments under the Executive Office of Mayor Marty Small, Sr.:
Senior Appreciation Day
For the second time this summer, all Atlantic City residents ages 55 and older will be treated to a day of free manicures, pedicures, haircuts and chair massages courtesy of the Atlantic City Senior Services division during Senior Appreciation Day on Aug. 19 at the PAL Building from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 609-347-5458 to schedule your appointment.
Adult Kickball
After successful Adult Flag Football and Adult Softball leagues for Atlantic City residents, the Atlantic City Recreation division is launching an Adult Kickball League on Wednesday nights at the Chelsea Heights Recreation Complex. This is for Atlantic City residents ages 21 and older, all teams must have 11-13 players. The league “kicks off” Aug. 21, registration is open now.
ACPD Community BBQs
Throughout the summer, the Atlantic City Police Department organizes free community barbecues in every Atlantic City Ward, with two more to go. On Wed., Aug. 21 the ACPD will be in Ward 5 (Pete Pallitto Field) and on Thursday, Aug. 29 in Ward 3 (Brown’s Park) from 3:00-5:00 PM. Come enjoy some hotdogs and hamburgers and get to know our police officers!
Rainbow Beach Bash
The Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ+ Affairs is holding its 2nd annual Rainbow Beach Bash on Aug. 22 from 3:00-8:00 PM at Rainbow Beach (Park Pl), which is near Brighton Park. The day will feature music, food, games and more on Atlantic City’s beautiful beach. This event is open to the entire public, bring whatever you would normally bring for a day on the beach.
Community Picnic
The Mayor’s Office of Special Events has organized the City’s first Community Picnic on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 4-8 p.m. on the hill at Gardner’s Basin. Attendees are encouraged to pick a theme and bring decorations supporting that theme, along with your favorite dishes, snacks and games, while enjoying them with members of the community!
More information on these events and other programs and events happening in Atlantic City can be found at www.acnj.gov, just click on the calendar.
